Daily Archive for July 4th, 2008

Twisted Ts storefront

A while ago I posted an article that mentioned a new store called Twisted Ts. The other day I came across it. It’s on Clark Ave across from that parking lot:

Where in the world is Captain Jack?

I’ve never seen Torchwood, but apparently star John Barrowman was recently in Niagara Falls. USA Today reported:

Hey, Torchwood fans: Pop reader Duane J. just told me about his encounter with one of the show’s stars at Niagara Falls last week. Here’s the story:

The John Barrowman web site talks about the visit:

Although John is judging the Canadian version of ‘How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria’ - it isn’t all work and no play. John and his manager Gavin use some down time to take in the beauty of Niagara Falls.

Wandering Consciousness: Playing Tourist In My Hometown

Someone with a Blogger blog posted about “playing tourist”:

Yesterday was full of firsts. I believe it was the first time I ever bought souveniers in Niagara Falls and I’m pretty sure it was the first time I ever bothered to photograph the Falls.

Nancy and I spent the day touring the Falls, the tacky tourist attractions on Clifton Hill, and (of course) the Outlet Mall.

Hot Summer Fun & Cool Free Parking - all at Radisson Hotel & Suites Fallsview!

On Wednesday I received the latest newsletter from the Radisson Hotel & Suites Fallsview.

You can sign up for their newsletter on their web site.

Summer Niagara Events Heat Up with Daredevil Dean Sullivan’s Thrilling Jump from Skylon Tower on July 7th, 2008

From a Niagara Falls Tourism press release that is making the rounds (in this case found on Hospitality Net):

While there are many Niagara events this summer, few will be more chilling than Daredevil Dean Sullivan’s Jump from Skylon Tower on July 7th, 2008. Sponsored by Celebrate Old Downtown and The Skylon Tower, media and visitors alike are invited to watch this magnificent face-first jump from 775 feet above the Falls.